zeroing (in on) (Meaning)

zeroing (in on)

to aim something (such as a gun or camera) directly at (someone or something), to direct all of one's attention to (someone or something)

The detectives were zeroing in on the prime suspect, scrutinizing every detail of their life.
The scientist tirelessly zeroed in on the intricate molecular structure of the newly discovered compound.
The surgeon's scalpel zeroed in on the tiny, pulsating heart, ensuring precise incisions.
The marksman's rifle zeroed in on the distant target, ensuring an accurate shot.
The research team zeroed in on a breakthrough that would revolutionize medical diagnostics.
The astronomer's telescope zeroed in on a faint star cluster, revealing a celestial spectacle.
The investigative journalist zeroed in on a web of corruption, exposing a hidden truth.
The CEO zeroed in on the quarterly sales figures, analyzing the company's performance.
The hunter zeroed in on the majestic stag, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
The artist zeroed in on the canvas, capturing the intricate details of a vibrant sunset.

to aim something (such as a gun or camera) directly at (someone or something), to direct all of one's attention to (someone or something)

honing in (on),homing (in on), pointing, fastening, leveling, focusing, riveting, centering, fixating (on), obsessing (over)

shunning, evading,avoiding, fiddling (around), trifling, idling, pottering (around), lagging, playing, monkeying (around)

The detectives were zeroing in on the prime suspect, scrutinizing every detail of their life.

The scientist tirelessly zeroed in on the intricate molecular structure of the newly discovered compound.

The surgeon's scalpel zeroed in on the tiny, pulsating heart, ensuring precise incisions.

The marksman's rifle zeroed in on the distant target, ensuring an accurate shot.